Dingle Peninsula Walk

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Carbon neutral

8 daysDuration

Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining

15 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

Starts

Tralee, Ireland

Ends

Dublin, Ireland

Highlights

Trek through stunning coastal scenery

Experience history, mythology and traditional Irish culture

Enjoy the flexibility of walking with a daypack from village to village

Soak up the atmosphere in the warm family run B&B’s

Itinerary

Uncover the legends and landscapes of Ireland’s wild west on the 'Dingle Peninsula Walk.' This eight-day self-guided walking trip winds from Tralee to Dublin, taking you through Annascaul, Cloghane, and a tapestry of ancient ruins, mythic sites, and cozy Irish hamlets. With moderate walks across dramatic Atlantic headlands and a rich variety of archaeological monuments at every turn, this journey is ideal for experienced travelers and seniors seeking a blend of history, natural beauty, and authentic local culture. Each night, relax in handpicked B&Bs renowned for their hospitality and hearty Irish breakfasts. The unique selling point? A chance to immerse yourself in the living story of the Dingle Peninsula, one step at a time.

day 1 - Arrive Tralee

Make your own way to Tralee and your accommodation. Your host can suggest some of the many local restaurants or pubs for food and possibly music. Take the time to enjoy some of the many interesting and historic sights in the area, such as the National Folk Theatre or a tour of the medieval castle.

day 2 - Begin walking on the Dingle Way to the village of Camp (17km/10.6mi, 5.5-7hrs)

After breakfast, start your walk along country backroads to join the Dingle Way. You follow this route under the Slieve Mish Mountains before joining what was once an old road to Dingle. Rising above 762m in parts, the mountain range was the scene of prehistoric battles, recorded in legend as having been part of the "Milesian invasion". The Milesians, meaning "soldiers of Spain", are said in the legends to have been Gaels who came originally from Egypt, settled in Spain, and invaded Ireland in 1700 BC. As you enter the peninsula from Tralee towards Camp, the bright expanse of Tralee Bay comes into full view.

Walking details: Rocky and muddy mountain and grass tracks. Can be wet underfoot - boots essential. Height Gain: 216m, Height loss 196m, Max height: 160m/525ft.

Meals:Breakfast

day 3 - Continue to lively Annascaul (17km/10.5mi, 5hrs)

The walk today takes you through a fascinating area of bog where many locals still come to cut their winter fuel. Crossing to the south side of the peninsula, you arrive at the magnificent Inch Beach before continuing inland to Annascaul, where you stay overnight. At the southern foothills of the Slieve Mish Mountains, the combination of mountains and beaches makes for spectacular scenery.

Walking details: Road walking on quiet back country roads, then onto grassy tracks and finishing on road. Boots recommended. Height gain - 420m, height loss - 415m, Maximum height of 240m/787ft.

Note: Add an extra night if you would like to do some of the mountain walks in the area. Request at the time of booking.

Meals:Breakfast

day 4 - On to Dingle via Minard Castle (22km/13.8mi, 6.5hrs)

Heading to the town of Dingle, the route passes through Minard, with its 16th century castle, and the village of Lispole. It then takes old, narrow country lanes through Lisdargan and Ballingarraun before joining the old military road below the Connor Pass and on to Dingle. With a population of approximately 1200, Dingle is a lively market town and fishing port. There are many restaurants, craft shops, art galleries and pubs to enjoy. Most of the pubs in summer will have live music.

Walking details: Grass Country lanes, grass tracks and some road walking. Boots essential. Height gain - 492m, height loss - 506m, Max. height: 150m/492ft.

Note: Book an extra night to walk part of the Dingle Way around the beautiful bay of Smerwick Harbour or take a day trip to the Great Blasket Island. This must be requested at the time of booking.

Meals:Breakfast

day 5 - Historic walk around Slea Head to Dunquin (18km/11.3mi, 5.5hrs)

Today you will start just outside Dingle, passing the Early Christian site of Kilcolman and continuing to the glorious sweep of Ventry Beach. Ventry is a small village four miles west of Dingle. The whole Ventry area is linked by the arc of Ventry Harbour, with one of the most attractive beaches on the west coast of Ireland. From here the track takes you on a beautiful and historic walk around Slea Head. This walk offers an opportunity to see the “beehive huts”. At one stage there were over 400 of these drystone huts, which are generally believed to have been homes. It is believed that the huts at Slea Head date to the 12th century, when the incoming Normans forced the Irish off the land and out to the periphery of the peninsula. There is also a full view of the Blasket Islands. Return to Dingle via Dunquin.

Walking details: Rocky and grass tracks, beach walking and some road walking. Boots essential. Height gain - 501m, height loss - 525m, Max. height: 180m/590ft.

Meals:Breakfast

day 6 - Remote walk to the northern side of the Peninsula to Cloghane (22km/13.5mi, 6.5hrs)

After breakfast, transfer to Cuas from where the walk takes you along an old military road to the eastern side of the Brandon Massif, finishing in the village of Cloghane. This is a remote but spectacular walk, full of history and through country only accessible by foot.

Walking details: Grass mountain tracks with some rocky sections. Gravel tracks and some road walking. Boots essential. Height gain - 774m, height loss - 796m, Max. height: 655m/2132ft.

Note: Stay one or two extra nights and make the most of the waymarked walks in this area. Follow in the footsteps of pilgrims to climb the holy Mt Brandon, or explore the wealth of archaeological sites in the valley of Lough Adoon. Additional nights must be requested at the time of booking.

Meals:Breakfast

day 7 - Plateau walk to Annascaul (14.5km/9mi, 5hrs)

Enjoy a wonderful walk along the Dingle Peninsula from north to south following a spectacular old farmer’s track. You walk over the plateau, passing a deserted famine village and Annascaul Lake en route to the village of Annascaul.

Walk Details: Grass mountain tracks with some rocky sections; can be damp. Boots recommended. Height gain - 480m, height loss - 499m, Max. height: 365m/1197ft.

Meals:Breakfast

day 8 - Trip concludes

The trip concludes after breakfast. Make your own way to Tralee by either public or private transport. From Tralee, connections by bus and train are frequent to Cork, Limerick, Shannon or Dublin.

Meals:Breakfast

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Accommodation

7 nights accommodation in B&Bs on a twinshare basis with ensuite facilities

Meals

7 full Irish breakfasts - Irish breakfasts usually start with porridge or cereals followed by fried eggs, bacon / sausages, tomato, toast, coffee, tea and juices.

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Luggage Transfer, 2 pieces max, 15kg total for both bags, supplement applies for excessDigital information pack with route notes and maps & App accessEmergency hotline

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